Theresa Kim, Senior Business & Legal Research Analyst at Venable LLP, talks about how her 20+ year career has evolved from a print-dominated landscape to a digital one. With research tools ever-evolving, she discusses the use of AI as a resource supported by human input, as well as several tools Venable’s team has developed to streamline and enable attorneys’ access to information. Her advice to new law librarians includes embracing the unexpected nature of the work, maintaining curiosity, and never giving up on difficult research tasks. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

John Davey, Research Manager at Alston & Bird and a seasoned law librarian with over 30 years of experience, shares insights about his career journey, the evolution of law libraries, and the integration of technology and AI in legal research. The conversation highlights his current role at Alston and Bird, reflections on changes in law librarianship, and his personal interests outside of the profession. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Dean Mason, the London-based head of Sidley Austin’s award-winning Library & Research Services team, shares his perspective from over two decades working in legal and commercial information. He discusses his thoughts on several differences in legal research at British and U.S.-based firms, how his department successfully raised awareness of its services internally with "Just Ask", and how working to be “the person that gets stuff done” has made an impact on his firm and his career. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

CJ Pipins, Director of the Law Library and Professor of Practice at the University of Baltimore School of Law, shares his journey from a BFA in musical theater to law librarianship, detailing the pivotal moments and mentors that guided him. CJ recounts his diverse experiences at various institutions, highlights his contributions to creating educational tools and managing public services, and discusses AI's role in legal education and research. He emphasizes the importance of assuming good intentions and finding career fulfillment.

Avery Le, the director of the Homer M. Stark Law Library, recounts her shift from aspiring trademark lawyer to law librarian, working in academic, corporate, and county government settings. She discusses her innovative 'Lawyer in the Library' program, which offers public legal consultations through a partnership with Atlanta's Legal Aid Society. Avery emphasizes the importance of exploring various roles in law librarianship and the evolving impact of AI on the profession. She advises new librarians to seek diverse experiences and build strong professional networks. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Vicenç Feliú, Associate Dean of Library Services and Professor of Law at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law in Fort Lauderdale shares his career journey from a marine officer, FBI agent, and high school teacher to an esteemed law librarian and professor of intellectual property and copyright law. In a departure from the practice of many law schools, his Panza Maurer Law Library is open to not only the bar, bench, students, and faculty, but also to the public, exemplifying his belief that the bedrock of librarianship is access to information and educating the public. Vicenç shares his innovative approaches to incorporating artificial intelligence in legal education, the ethical implications of using AI in research, and the importance of teaching students to use tools effectively. He closes with emphasis on the value of mentorship, lifelong learning, and the rewarding nature of influencing future generations.   The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Zanada Joyner, Associate Director for Collections and Information Discovery at Francis King Carey School of Law at the University of Maryland describes with joy her role overseeing collections and facilitating resource access.  She discusses how law libraries have changed since the 1990s, including the transition from print to digital collections, the impact of COVID-19 on accessibility, and the importance of balancing cost and user needs.  Zanada emphasizes the significance of mentoring and professional networks and shares her journey from teaching to becoming a law librarian, highlighting pivotal experiences that shaped her career. The conversation also touches on the use of AI in legal research and the strategic importance of time management and professional development in librarianship.   The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners.   Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Chris Laut, Director of Library and Knowledge Services at Sullivan & Worcester, shares his serendipitous journey into law librarianship, starting from his initial role as a paralegal to his current position. He discusses his early days at Goodwin Procter, his pivotal experiences at Hemenway & Barnes, and his formal education in journalism and library science. Chris highlights his significant roles at Ropes & Gray and at Liberty Mutual before detailing his current multifaceted responsibilities at Sullivan & Worcester, which include information governance and knowledge management. He also emphasizes the importance of being involved in professional communities, the evolving role of AI and tech in law firms, and his passion for continuous learning and project management.   The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners.   Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

As the newly appointed Law Library Manager at the U.S. Court of International Trade, Taryn Rucinski brings a decade of experience as a librarian in the U.S. federal court system as well as leadership in professional organizations. Hear her observations on why print still has a role to play in legal research and records, how she overcame personal and profession-wide challenges during the COVID pandemic as president of LAGNY, and her advocacy for those with visible and invisible disabilities. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Before becoming Director of Research Training and Engagement for Morgan Lewis & Bockius, Michael Saint-Onge spent nearly two decades in library relations at LexisNexis. He shares his perspectives from this role — as well as his thoughts on librarians as knowledge managers. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Donna Nixon has many responsibilities in her roles as Electronic Resources Librarian and Clinical Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina School of Law. Listen to her conversation with Karen Oesterle about her work curating the school’s archives, digitizing critical historical documents for accessibility, and her research and law review article on integration at UNC-Chapel Hill. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

In this episode, hear from Miriam Childs, Director of the Law Library of Louisiana in New Orleans, about meeting patrons’ needs in her state’s complex court library system, the limitations of AI, and her work on connecting Spanish speakers in the New Orleans area with essential legal information. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Alison Alifano, Manager of Library and Research at Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC in Vermont, shares her perspectives from working in three very different library environments. She tells Karen Oesterle about her ongoing work on digitizing resources, including what she learned from introducing online resources at the New York County Lawyers’ Association. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Host Karen Oesterle catches up with one of her mentors, Loretta Orndorff, who recently retired after more than two decades at Cozen O’Connor. Loretta discusses her “zig-zag path to librarianship,” changes she’s observed over the course of her long career, her work on an important salary survey for law librarians, and more. ----more---- The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Hear why Andre Davison, Director of the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library in Houston and AALL Executive Board member, says he’s most proud of his Seamless Access to Secondary Sources project, which allows attorneys to easily access materials – and how this reflects his commitment to creating connections, professionally and personally. ----more---- The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Susan Ryan, librarian in the Washington, DC office of Seyfarth Shaw, says that “all librarians are teachers.” She shares how she developed the idea for a blog on marijuana law and discusses other learning resources she has developed on topics such as conducting cost-effective research and skills for new associates. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Scott Bailey, Director of Research & Knowledge Services at Eversheds Sutherland, shares how collaborating with a creative, open mind — and applying improv skills from his “theater kid” background — helps him and his team build value at their firm and beyond. The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Award-winning editor and author Ellyssa Valenti Kroski, Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute, shares how she pursues work-life balance while working remotely from a rural homestead, how her commitment to repurposing knowledge led her to connect escape rooms and libraries, and more. The Practising Law Librarian, part of the PLI Ever Current podcast, brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Harris Crooks’ background in finance — and affinity for “assisting attorneys with weird and bizarre questions” — have led him to interesting roles at Stroock, where he serves as Director of Knowledge & Resource Services, and before that, at Skadden. Hear about his career path and advice for law librarians in the latest episode of the Practising Law Librarian #podcast: ----more---- The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Elaine Knecht is not only the sole librarian for the 300-attorney firm Barclay Damon in New York — she is also a trained musician, opera singer, school librarian, and public radio classical music program host. In this episode, we explore the connections between music, mathematics, logic, and legal research with Elaine, and discuss her Summer Associate Research Academy and growing library of five-minute training videos on all matters library related. ----more---- The Practising Law Librarian brings you conversations with — and for — the law librarian community. PLI is proud to offer resources including PLI PLUS, the award-winning legal research platform, to support the essential work of law librarians and practitioners. Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.